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The Clinical Lactation Practicum (CLP) focuses on increasing the health care professional’s knowledge of lactation problems and methods of intervention. The CLP provides an opportunity for direct observation, instruction, and hands-on demonstration of breastfeeding support and counseling. Students shadow experienced hospital and clinic-based International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC).

The Practicum is a 2-day course. The first day will be observation at a local hospital, observing an IBCLC. The second day is at the Mom's Place, observing and practicing hands-on assistance with clients. Students not currently employed by a Texas WIC agency will need to provide proof of immunizations and may also be required to complete patient safety modules in advance to comply with the hosting hospital’s policy regarding patient safety and liability. The complete immunization documentation must be sent to Mom's Place by the deadline date (2-3 weeks prior) or you will be cancelled from the class.

The Practicum is limited to 2 students per date with specific dates for degreed and non-degreed students. Degreed professionals include degreed, licensed, and board certified professionals such as physicians, nurses, dietitians, nutritionists, and IBCLCs. Non-degreed para-professionals include Peer Counselors, La Leche League Leaders, WIC Certifying Specialists, Doulas, etc.

Please refer to this list prior to registering for a class:

DATES FOR DEGREED STUDENTS

July 18-19, 2018; September 19-20, 2018

DATES FOR NON-DEGREED STUDENTS

August 15-16, 2018

Prerequisites*

Students must have successfully completed Principles of Lactation Management (POLM) and Lactation Counseling and Problem Solving (LCAPS) classes no more than 5 years prior to attending.

IBCLCs interested in attending a CLP rotation are exempt from the pre-requisite courses.

* Students may register for the CLP prior to completing the pre-requisites as long as both classes have been completed prior to the CLP dates.

Failing to cancel at least a week in advance will forfeit the registration fee and may affect your ability to reschedule this class in the future.

Continuing Education Credit

You must attend the entire course in order to receive continuing education contact hours. No partial credit will be given. Individuals missing any portion of either day, arriving late or leaving early will not be eligible for contact hours or a certificate of attendance.